Couperosis treatment Amsterdam

Laser treatment of couperosis at KNAP Institute in Amsterdam

Couperosis is a harmless but annoying condition and usually occurs in the face or on the décolleté. You may feel insecure due to the visible blood vessels and spider webs that often make the skin turn red and sometimes blue. Couperosis can also feel burning and give a red head. Couperosis unfortunately does not go away by itself. Couperosis is often associated with rosacea: although these conditions often occur together, they are two different things. With the laser treatment in our clinic in Amsterdam, Couperosis and rosacea are a thing of the past. Make an appointment for a free consultation right away.

About our laser treatment

How do couperosis and rosacea develop

Couperosis is partly a hereditary condition. Mainly people with a lighter skin type often suffer from discoloration. In general, couperosis is more common in the elderly and people who are out regularly. Couperosis can also occur as a result of acne rosacea; small inflammations occur in this skin condition, in which pimples may develop in addition to redness. In both cases, couperosis treatment can be treated effectively.

What you can do yourself against couperosis

Couperosis and rosacea do not disappear by itself, but can become worse. The redness can increase due to the consumption of coffee, tea, alcohol or spicy food. It is therefore important to avoid these ingredients. UV radiation can also contribute to exacerbation of couperosis and rosacea. Lubricate the skin with a sunscreen, both in winter and when it is sunny. In addition, it is important to avoid scented products when skincare. This prevents further irritation.

Our couperosis treatment in Amsterdam

Given that couperosis skin and rosacea do not go away on their own, our laser treatment offers a solution. At KNAP Institute in Amsterdam we work with the Harmony XL Pro laser where we can very precisely superficial superficial blood vessels. The relevant vessels are heated by the laser, causing them to break. The body then cleans up the damaged vessels itself.

You may experience a burning sensation during treatment. After the treatment, this almost immediately disappeared. Anesthesia is not necessary with this treatment. The couperosis treatment with laser is completely safe and gives excellent results with different skin types. The advanced technology meets the most stringent safety requirements and you are always treated by an experienced skin specialist.

Before you can undergo this treatment a consultation is necessary.

Number of treatments

Usually 2 to 4 treatments are sufficient to reduce couperosis and rosacea. Multiple treatments may be required depending on the severity. Couperosis and rosacea are unfortunately disorders that can come back. That is why we recommend an annual maintenance of 1 to 2 treatments. During the intake interview in our clinic on the Parnassusweg in Amsterdam, we will give you an estimate of the required sessions in advance.

After the couperosis treatment

After the treatment, the skin may appear red and slightly swollen. This can be cooled with ice packs. After the session you can simply continue with your daily activities. In the days after the laser treatment, the kegs change color. In the treated area the vessels gradually become less visible. Depending on the recovery capacity of the body and the thickness of the kegs, this can take several days to a week.

Frequently Asked Questions

The laser works very accurately with couperosis. The treatment specifically focuses on removing the capillaries under the skin. The skin may be red and swollen. This will disappear within a few days. The treatment has no influence on the elasticity of the skin.

In our clinic in Amsterdam, we decide not to proceed with treatment in certain cases. During the intake interview we will discuss your wishes and the possibilities with you. You are not eligible for treatment of couperosis when you are pregnant or if you have a very sensitive skin.

After the treatment of couperosis your skin may still be red for a few days. The treated blood vessels are gradually absorbed by the body, which gives a very natural result. The result is normally visible after a few days.

The laser treatment in Amsterdam can also be used in red birthmarks or diffuse redness. Whether treatment is possible depends on the cause of the discolouration. Often the redness is the result of a slight inflammation or infection. In these cases a laser treatment offers no solution.